Behavioral Health Claiming Data Specialist (Hybrid Option)

Job Description and Duties

Why Join DHCS?

The Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) is the backbone of California’s health care safety net. Our success is made possible by the hard work of more than 4,800 DHCS team members and through collaboration with the federal government and other state agencies, counties, and partners for the care of low-income families, children, pregnant women, older adults, and persons with disabilities. This is an exciting opportunity to join our diverse team in the following role. If you are interested in joining our team, apply today!

About this Role:

Under the general direction of the Supervisor I, the Research Data Specialist I (RDS I) serves as a member of the Behavioral Health Modernization Unit (BHMU). The RDS I will perform a wide range of advanced research and data management and maintenance support tasks. The RDS I will utilize various advanced business intelligence and statistical, Geographic Information System, and Microsoft Business Intelligence software applications to query, validate, format, and organize structured and unstructured data to forecast trends and assess potential impact of changes to the Medi-Cal program where a body of knowledge or experience does not exist. The RDS I is responsible for independently and collaboratively developing complex Medi-Cal healthcare program analytic products in response to requests from internal and external DHCS stakeholders. The RDS I will perform complex technical research assignments related to the California Department of Health Care Services Short-Doyle/Medi-Cal programs and provides expert consultative advice related to data trends and policy impacts.

The RDS I will have lead responsibility for analyzing and explaining individual and county-level administrative and sample data about program participants, responding to questions from internal and external stakeholders about data interpretation and identifying and explaining data trends. The RDS I presents findings in a user-friendly format, such as tabulated, charts, or dashboards, make comparisons with similar or historical data, and/or discuss the findings in writing. The RDS I serves as a point of consult for the RDAs in the BHMU Unit for performing analytical and administrative assignments related to the implementation of changes affecting the Short-Doyle Medi-Cal claiming system and the Department’s communications with Partners.

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Working Conditions

Please see the Telework and Salary Information section below for telework, reporting location, and temporary statewide salary reduction details.

Special Requirements

Simple Application Steps:

1. Review the education and experience minimum qualifications (MQ’s) of the Research Data Specialist I  . See the Minimum Requirements section below.

2. Complete the statement of qualifications and the state application by clicking “Apply Now” above. See below for detailed application instructions.

3. Submit your application package with all required documents, which include the statement of qualifications - see the "Required Application Package Documents" section below.

4. Once you have applied, take the Research Data Specialist I Examination

Statement of Qualifications Requirement Section:

Applicants must include a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) for this recruitment. The SOQ is a narrative discussion, not a cover letter, prepared by the applicant describing how their skills, knowledge, abilities, education, training, and experience, qualify them for the position. The SOQ serves as documentation of the applicant’s ability to present information clearly and provide DHCS additional information about their experience and qualifications concisely in writing. The DHCS may not consider applicants who fail to provide an SOQ with their application. Resumes do not take the place of the SOQ.

2 pages, double spaced, 1-inch margins, Arial 12-point font  

Please put name and Job control number at top right corner of SOQ. Answer the following:

1. Describe how your knowledge, skills, and abilities relate to this position
2. Describe the most complicated data project you have prepared. Please include your methodology and the tools you utilized. What was the outcome? What did you learn? What would you do differently?

Candidates who do not complete and submit an SOQ may not be considered for this position.

Desirable Qualifications

In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:

• Experience with data analysis, report writing, and data visualization programs.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills; able to solve problems independently
• High attention to detail and data accuracy
• Ability to work collaboratively with others including staff, and existing and potential partners and stakeholders.
• Demonstrates integrity, professionalism

Benefits

DHCS is dedicated to creating an innovative workplace for its team members that is inclusive, diverse, and interactive! Here are a few of the ways we stay engaged with our team:

· Continuous and ongoing training

· Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion program activities

· Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Additionally, as a team member of the State of California, you may be eligible for many benefits, such as:

· Medical, including health, dental, and vision insurance.

· Paid Holidays and vacation/leave

· Defined retirement program

· Savings Plus Program (401(k), 457)

· Medical/Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts

Full benefits information can be found on CalHR's 

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We need your help! Please let us know how you heard about our position by taking this brief optional survey:  . This survey is not required to be considered for this position.

Telework and Salary Information

This position is currently eligible for telework. The amount of telework is at the discretion of the Department and is subject to change consistent with DHCS’ Telework Program and Government Code sections 14200 – 14203. Telework is available to California residents, and proof of residency may be required. 

Business travel may be required, and reimbursement considers an employee’s designated office and residence subject to regulations and bargaining unit contract provisions. All commute expenses to the reporting location will be the responsibility of the selected candidate. 

The DHCS office location for this position is 1501 Capitol Avenue, Sacramento CA, 95814.

Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
• Resume is required and must be included.
• Statement of Qualifications -

  Refer to the Statement of Qualifications Requirement Section for instructions.